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An EMBARK bus going down the street.
Articlesby Alex RomanMay 28, 2026

Inside Look: EMBARK Expands Fare-Free Transit Program Through New Public-Private Partnership

The OKC transit agency says sponsorship helps subsidize the Third Friday Free initiative while reducing barriers for first-time riders and boosting ridership across buses, streetcars, and river cruises.

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Newsby StaffMay 21, 2026

California's OCTA Proposes 2026-27 Balanced Budget to Advance Transportation

The proposed budget, totaling approximately $2 billion, advances key transportation initiatives while ensuring all services, programs, and projects can be delivered to residents not only next year but well into the future.

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KC Streetcar Riverfront extension with graffiti wall
Newsby StaffMay 19, 2026

KC Streetcar Expansion Strengthens Access to City’s Growing Riverfront

The project adds 0.7 miles of track to the existing KC Streetcar line, connecting north from the River Market to Berkley Riverfront Park.

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A Coach USA Van Hool CX 45 delivered by ABC Companies.
Newsby StaffApril 15, 2026

ABC Delivers Van Hools to Coach USA and More in Biz Briefs

In METRO's latest installment, we take a look at the latest news from suppliers including Moovit, CAF, and more.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 14, 2026

Toronto’s TTC Reaches 264 Streetcars with Latest Delivery

The fleet expansion was jointly funded through the Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario, who committed up to $180 million each, with the City of Toronto providing the remaining $208 million.

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Blue A Line MARTA streetcar operating on the street.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJanuary 13, 2026

MARTA Streetcar to Return to Service in February

After a months-long suspension for utility and infrastructure work, MARTA’s streetcar will resume service soon.

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Newsby StaffMay 8, 2025

California's OCTA Unveils First Siemens S700 Streetcar

The vehicle, manufactured in Sacramento, Calif., is the first of eight to be delivered for the OC Streetcar.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 17, 2024

City of OKC Names New Director, Public Transportation and Parking Department

Jesse Rush started with the City of Oklahoma City in 2014 as a project manager for MAPS.

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TTC Line 2 Train
Newsby StaffAugust 27, 2024

With Demand Up, Toronto Set to Boost Services

Across the system, service hours will increase to 97% of pre-pandemic levels, with ridership at approximately 80% to 85% compared to 2019.

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Newsby StaffJuly 31, 2024

STV to Plan New Valley Metro Bus Maintenance Facility

The facility addresses the ongoing growth in the Greater Phoenix area, particularly in the West Valley, one of the fastest-expanding regions in Arizona.

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